G-MUSC is supported by over a thousand professional, scientific and patient organizations worldwide. Each organization is committed to the mandate of improving MSK conditions through completing research to improve knowledge, caring for patients or preventing the future development of MSK conditions. Many organizations function at a national level within countries and many function at a regional or international level. In each case G-MUSC is committed to working alongside these organizations to assist in developing the advocacy tools to influence policy at an international, national and local level.
Improving care is supported through the knowledge translation between countries on identifying the burden of disease as well as models of care that can be effectively used to improve care for individuals experiencing MSK pain and/or disability. It is through the coordinated efforts of all individuals and agencies with an interest in MSK conditions that will facilitate change in policy that will increase patient access to evidence-based care.
National strategy
Healthcare is provided at a local level with policy planning being undertaken at the country level. Through its network of stakeholders that have an interest in MSK conditions G-MUSC has supported activity within countries across the globe.
National Alliance Networks:
One strategy has been to work with local leaders to develop National Alliance Networks (NAN’s). These groups facilitate active support and participation of local professional and patient organisations who come together to develop a plan and work to raise awareness for MSK conditions through numerous mechanisms designed to address the needs of the local population.
Local leaders:
Through its network of leaders G-MUSC has also worked directly with agencies, organizations and leaders within countries to support local activities which will help to improve prevention and services for individuals affected. This has included the knowledge translation of models of care as well as working
